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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
48200 KES ($466 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Being a mortician, I opened a shop before where I sell coffins so, when I received my third transfer, I spent part of it to boost my business. When I preserve bodies for my clients, I refer them to my shop where they buy their coffins, and that is business for me. I also spent some money on sinking a pit latrine as the one we used to use was in a dilapidated condition. The remaining I invested in rice farming. Thanks to GiveDirectly.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($487 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on ploughing a piece of land that has been lying idle for a long time in preparation for planting rice. I also used part of it to boost my coffin selling business so that it picks up well. I finally bought 20 iron sheets that I will use to expand my house.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life is different because I have an increased base of income that will make my life better. I am more peaceful.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I invested more than half of my first transfer on my coffin selling business because i had ran out of stock and that is my major source of income.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I am planning to spend my upcoming transfer on replacing my roof with new iron sheets since the current roof is rusted and is leaking,i will then invest the remaining money on my business.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
My first plan is to use part of the transfer to start a coffin-making business. Lastly, I plan to use the remaining amount to buy furniture.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
Having bought a cow as an investment, with savings from my casual work, is the achievement I'm proudest of.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is, inadequate income to start a coffin-making business.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the mornings, when I wake up feeling well.
